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Ulster University

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Overview

Ulster University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Coleraine, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. This institution also has branch campuses in Belfast, Birmingham, Newtonabbey, London and Londonderry. Founded in 1968, Ulster University (UU) is a coeducational institution officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council. UU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 58-year-old UK higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply. UU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Ulster University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Ulster University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Ulster University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Ulster University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UU
Founded 1968 Origins date back to 1865
Motto
Colours
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Location

Address Cromore Road
Coleraine
BT52 1SA Northern Ireland
United Kingdom
Ulster University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Ulster University Phone Number (28) 7012 3456
Ulster University Fax Number (28) 7032 4927
Other locations Belfast, Birmingham, Newtonabbey, London and Londonderry

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Ulster University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1984


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Ulster University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association for Nutrition (AfN)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • Bar Standards Board (BSB)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Dietetic Association (BDA)
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI)
  • Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
  • Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
  • Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
  • Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES)
  • Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT)
  • Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
  • General Optical Council (GOC)
  • General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
  • Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)
  • Institute of Hospitality (IoH)
  • Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, the (IOSH)
  • Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
  • Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES)
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)
  • Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)
  • Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland (PSNI)
  • Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)
  • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
  • Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Ulster University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Ulster University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Ulster University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Ulster University's academic range and degree level offering.



Ulster University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Ulster University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Ulster University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Ulster University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Ulster University.



Ulster University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Ulster University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Ulster University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Ulster University Admission Info


Ulster University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Ulster University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Ulster University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Ulster University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Ulster University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Ulster University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Ulster University has more than 1500 international students.


Ulster University's Admission Office Admission Office



(28) 7032 4221


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Ulster University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Ulster University Size and Profile


Ulster University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Ulster University has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Ulster University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Ulster University's academic staff ranges from 900 to 999 members.


Ulster University's Control Type Control Type

Ulster University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Ulster University's Entity Type Entity Type

Ulster University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Ulster University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Ulster University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Ulster University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Ulster University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Ulster University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Ulster University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Ulster University Facilities


Ulster University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Ulster University's Library


Ulster University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Ulster University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Ulster University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Ulster University Services


Ulster University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Ulster University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Ulster University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Ulster University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Ulster University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Ulster University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Ulster University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Ulster University
  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Art, Design and the Built Environment
  • Faculty of Computing and Engineering
  • Faculty of Life and Health Sciences
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Ulster Business School

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Memberships and Affiliations

Ulster University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Ulster University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Universities UK


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ulster University public or private?

Ulster University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Ulster University profit or non-profit?

Ulster University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Ulster University in terms of enrollment?

Ulster University has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Ulster University in terms of academic staff?

Ulster University's academic staff ranges from 900 to 999 members.

Is Ulster University a coeducational institution?

Ulster University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Ulster University use?

Ulster University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Ulster University affiliated with?

None.

Does Ulster University admit international students?

Yes. Ulster University has more than 1500 international students.

What is Ulster University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Ulster University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Ulster University UU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro). International students: 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Ulster University UU located?

Ulster University is located in Coleraine, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. Address: Cromore Road.

Is Ulster University UU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Ulster University is accredited by Privy Council (since 1984).

Does Ulster University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Ulster University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Ulster University have a university library?

Yes

Does Ulster University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Ulster University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Ulster University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Ulster University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Ulster University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Ulster University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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